Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): none
This course covers the history of forensics, the essentials of computer forensic investigations and the evolution of computer forensics. It will include a mixture on modes of attack, examples of cyber crimes and the reasons for cyber attacks. It will also explain the role of computer forensics in tracking cyber criminals and computer forensics methodologies.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): CFR101
A firm grasp of basic file systems and structures is a key to the success of a forensic investigator. This course provides an overview of fundamental file structure concepts. This is the foundation of knowledge for file systems and structures that will be the cornerstone for understanding future forensics courses. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 2.00
Prerequisite(s): None
This course provides an overview of the commands, utilities, and supporting architecture used in the UNIX operating system. This course provides the student with skills needed to navigate the UNIX aspects of the Internet and perform file/system operations on graphics workstations. Topics include common utilities, making files, the VI and EMAC editors, and C, Bourne and Korne shells.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW102
The goal of this course is to provide network administrators with the knowledge to design and implement an effective security strategy in a competitive corporate networking environment. This course will explore security-bydesign utilizing anti-virus tools, security policies and practices, password management, risk analysis and assessments, network vulnerabilities, enhancing security through cabling and network hardware, understanding different types of firewalls, packet filtering and NAT, setting up and securing a VPN, and understanding contemporary hacker exploits. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201; TCH301
Have you ever fallen victim to a phishing scam? Why are these scams so successful? Scams are based on specific attributes of individual decisionmaking processes known as cognitive biases or “bugs in the human system.” Social engineering is developing the art of persuasion to gather confidential information from individuals that would normally not disclose this data. A successful social engineer does not need to solely rely on hard technical skills to access information systems. This is a project-based course that will provide examination of historical exploits and develop the necessary skills to successfully use the art of social engineering to access confidential information in a corporate environment and develop defense measures.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): None
This course will lay the foundation on which to build a working knowledge of network engineering. This introductory class will provide a comprehensive overview of how modern networks operate. Topics will include OSI model, legacy technology overview, TCP/IP, LAN and WAN technologies, how the Internet works, switching and routing basics. Students will be given hands-on exercises to reinforce the knowledge taught in class.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): None
In contemporary IT architectures, understanding the physical world is just as important as understanding the logical world. This course will prepare students to understand all things physical in a contemporary IT architecture. Topics will include an overview, installation and troubleshooting of server ardware, routers, switches, wireless access points, laptops, memory upgrades, all types of cabling, CSU/DSU, fiber optics, patch panels, printers and electrical power types. This course will prepare students to perform the hardware tasks that are an integral part of the IT professional skillset.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): None
This course will lay the foundation on which to build a working knowledge of system administration. This class will provide a comprehensive overview of contemporary systems dministration with a particular focus on Microsoft based environments. An overview of the available server and desktop operating systems, their common use cases and their strengths and weakness will be given. Topics such as active directory, user/computer/group management, resource
permissions, optimizing performance, backup, storage, server monitoring will be covered. Students will be armed with a baseline of knowledge with which to identify and understand server infrastructures for business solutions. Students will be given hands-on exercises to reinforce the knowledge taught in class.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): CFR105, NTW102
This course covers the analysis of computer incidents from an investigative standpoint. Applied topics include how to isolate systems, recover key files without causing damage or accidental boot-ups, conduct a live analysis, address operating system specific issues and the logistics of recovery from data catastrophes or malware infection. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): CFR101
Forensic sleuthing can involve using some highly creative methods to find the evidence in a case. This course will explore the methods that can be used to solve digital forensic mysteries. It will also train students to use sound methods so all evidence collected during an investigation will be admissible and reliable in court.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201, TCH301
When discussing practical network security, we must acknowledge that all systems have vulnerabilities. This course combines the fundamental and historical perspective of hacking methodologies and applied hands-on skills. Hacking topics are explored in order to examine the current systems associated with these vulnerable points. This is an applied hands-on course requiring the use of a variety of modern operating systems. Typical walkthroughs explore the standard hacking methodologies such as discovery, footprinting, targeting, attacks, penetration, escalation of privileges and maintaining access. Technical feedback is provided on appropriate means for countering each step of this common methodology.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW370
Explore the world of Network Security Monitoring (NSM) and packet analysis. Network security monitoring takes a step past standard intrusion detection models and collects the full spectrum of data types (event, session, full content, and statistical) needed to identify and validate intrusions on contemporary network infrastructures. This course will examine typical network security monitoring hardware, tools, design and deployment. Standard vulnerability packet analysis scenarios will provide an in-depth appreciation of monitoring corporate-level networking environments.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW102, NTS201
The goal of this course is to provide network security students with a solid foundation in creating shell scripts and basic programming concepts within UNIX/Linux, specifically to aid in security related tasks. This course explores the creation of scripts to manage large amounts of security-related data and automate normal active security operations. Students will write shell scripts to manage, correlate and analyze security logs; pass variables from one security application to another in order to continue a flow of security activities; and to automate and simplify security related tasks and processes. The scripts and
programs created in this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval
This course prepares students for a competition that specifically focuses on the operational aspect of managing and protecting an existing “commercial” network infrastructure. Not only do students get a chance to test their knowledge in an operational environment, they will also get a chance to network with industry professionals. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio. Due to the changing nature of the challenges, this course can be taken twice and credits received both times toward the appropriate degree.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS330
This course is based on the National Security Agency's (NSA) Information Security (INFOSEC) Assessment Methodology (IAM). This course is an overview of the NSA's recommended methods for conducting an organizational security assessment, including coordination with the customer; defining critical information within the organization; and compiling findings based on regulations, legislation and policies for which the organization is liable to comply. The students that attend this course will be required to participate in an actual IAM-based assessment. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS450
This course is the applied evaluation component from the previous Security Assessment Methodology. The course is based on the National Security Agency's (NSA) Information Security (INFOSEC) Evaluation Methodology (IEM), which is NSA's recommended methodology for evaluating an organization's technical security. The course will examine the process of coordinating with the customer; setting the scope of the project, obtaining legal authorization; conducting the ten baseline activities of the evaluation; and compiling a meaningful and understandable final product for the customer. Students registering for this course will be required to participate in an actual IEMbased evaluation as a course project. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW216
This course will provide students with an understanding of the modern mobile computing technology landscape. The explosive growth in this area makes this essential knowledge for the IT engineer to have. Wireless fundamentals and history will be covered. Popular topics such as how to manage smartphones, tablets and other mobile consumer devices in a business environment and how service providers architect their wireless networks to accommodate mobile devices will be covered. Wireless technologies such as GSM, CDMA, 3G/4G, LTE , 802.11, Bluetooth and WiMAX will be introduced. Students will learn the various wireless and collaboration technologies influencing modern corporations and service providers. This course will also explore the types, uses and configuration of on-demand collaboration, solutions email systems, file sharing, web publishing, web portals, content management solutions, online meeting, instant messengers, web-based word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, and data storage services. During this course you will learn the business drivers, social drivers and technology being used to mobilize the collaborative workforce. The trend towards consumerization of IT will also be discussed. A study of these technologies will prepare students to make objective evaluations of the different wireless/mobile and collaboration technologies and their use cases. Students will be given hands-on exercises to reinforce the knowledge taught in class.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW216
This hands-on course will focus on building on contemporary network using advanced routing and switching techniques. Networking design best practices and their proper mplementation will be discussed. Topics will include contemporary switching design such as layer 2 and layer 3 topologies; advanced Cisco switching features such as smartports, security features and QoS; advanced OSPF and EIGRP best practices; Virtual Routing and Forwarding implementation and use cases; complex NAT, BGPv4 for Internet redundancy; and using VPN technology to create an Internet based multi-site WAN. The concepts and labs of this course will be layered upon each other such that by course completion a best practice–based multi-site networking project will have been built. This course will prepare students to evaluate, design and implement network engineering best practices.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201
Information security is a rapidly changing discipline in a vast information society. Corporations need to protect their information resources from theft. Developing comprehensive risk assessment plans will prevent the loss of sensitive data. This course will address both the managerial and technical aspects of information security. Topics include the need for security in the enterprise; legal, ethical and professional issues in information security; risk management; best practices for security; logical and physical design of security; implementing security; employee training and awareness; and security maintenance. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201, NTW216
A comprehensive, vendor neutral exposure to network storage systems to satisfy the growing needs of Internet services is explored in this course. Advantages of the network storage model over direct-attached storage include scalability, improved utilization and sharing of distributed storage resources. Topics include establishing business continuity concepts and principles, configuration, deployment, administration, capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery, storage-specific protocols, DAS, SAN, NAS, CAS, and emerging technologies such as IP-SAN, storage virtualization and security. Protection of sensitive corporate data transferred over the network requires stronger security and safety guarantees than standard system I/O buses and
is the cornerstone of this course.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS330, NTW216
The Network Defense and Countermeasures course is the art of fencing for network protection. This course covers designing a network defense; security policies; choosing and designing firewalls; configuring firewalls (demos and research); setting up VPNs; Intrusion Detection System overview and design; honey pots; and behavior-blocking software. Additionally, this course will provide solutions for identifying, assessing and preventing external and internal threats to your network in a multi-vendor environment.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201
This course is an overview of the world of federal and international information security standards that guide the way organizations are doing business today. Research and analysis are conducted on how US security regulations vary from industry to industry, including healthcare, education, military, federal organizations, utilities and financial organizations. International security standards will also be reviewed in order to understand the impact of implementing appropriate information security mechanisms in a global organization. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS330, NTW216
This course addresses how to react to adverse conditions in a networked world.The procedures for proactive and planning techniques that help ensure that appropriate reaction occurs during a system breach are conveyed. The course includes common detection techniques utilized in the business world, along with detailed information on risk management and best practices for reacting and responding to a system or network compromise. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201
This course delves into the technical realm of covert channels and how to communicate outside the design of many systems. The applied tools and applications of the trade are utilized to create various types of hidden communication in order to better understand how those mechanisms operate. The tools include stenography, network-based channels, text-based channels and operating system channels. Detection techniques and concepts for potential new areas of research for a variety of covert channels are presented. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTS201
This course addresses identification and authentication as it relates to the "something you are" authentication factor, also known as biometrics. Students will research and study concepts, evolution and appropriate implementation techniques, various biometric applications, and will examine the appropriate purpose and function of these technologies within various corporate environments. The documentation created during this course can be added to the student's portfolio.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): NTW216
Business continuity planning and disaster recovery planning are vital activities and required knowledge for the Information Systems Engineer. For every IT system, location or process there should be a companion continuity and recovery plan. This course will explore this topic in detail, highlighting topics such as creating a plan and maintaining a plan. The COBRA methodology for Business Impact Analysis and Risk Analysis will be used. This project-based course will allow you to create a business continuity and disaster recovery plan using best practices learned in this course.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): none
Through the exploration of technology concepts, students will introduce, demonstrate, inform and/or persuade the audience. Effective use of voice, nonverbal skills and visuals will be applied to topics such as robotics, virtual reality, internet speech and privacy, and/or technology ethics. Presentations will be followed by student-led discussions and brainstorming sessions about each technology topic. The art of seeing pros and cons pertaining to controversial concepts will be explored through group discussions. And, students will have the opportunity to create a resume and be formally interviewed for a technology position.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): ENG055 or equivalent
This course is designed to present effective techniques in organizing, developing and revising academic essays that reflect collegiate-level critical and logical thinking skills. Students will write a minimum of four essays, directed toward audiences with specific rhetorical situations, that stress descriptive, analytical, evaluative and persuasive/ argumentative writing. Students will also develop their critical reading skills: analyzing, evaluating and critiquing the claims and evidence used by various authors.

Credits: 3.00
(GE, Humanities)
Prerequisite(s): ENG101
ENG102 is designed to introduce students to the essential language, theories and strategies of argumentation and research. The purpose of the course is to provide students with the tools necessary to develop arguments for specific audiences within specific rhetorical situations. Students will also develop their critical reading skills: analyzing, evaluating and critiquing the claims and evidence used by various authors. Finally, students will learn proper research skills and write an in-depth research essay/project.

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite(s): none
PSY150 will examine the writings of Pythagoras, the father of formal mathematical thinking; Aristotle’s major works, including his 100-plus tests for the truth of any proposition; and other major thinkers from the classical period to modern times, including Francis Bacon, Galileo and other progenitors
of the natural and behavioral sciences. The course will close with a survey of living thinkers, including “system thinkers” and a study of the major books by Edward de Bono.